Proverbs 31:10–14

PROVERBS CHAPTER 31.

Proverbs for Lemuel, which his Mother Taught Him

THE ABCs OF THE VIRTUOUS WOMAN. — V. 10. Who can find a virtuous woman? the emphatic question pointing to the meaning: How splendid it would be for every man to have such a wife! For her price is far above rubies, beyond the worth of pearls and all treasures of the home, in so far as they pertain to this life.

V. 11. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, he may rely absolutely upon her prudence and skill in the home, so that he shall have no need of spoil, he shall not fail of gain, since she watches over the income of the family. V. 12. She will do him good, in a constant show of affection, and not evil all the days of her life, her love not being subject to moods. Her diligence, wisdom, and shrewdness are now portrayed.

V. 13. She seeketh wool and flax, or linen, busying herself with these materials in order to produce garments, and worketh willingly with her hands, taking pleasure in performing the work which every day offers. V. 14. She is like the merchants’ ships, in selling her products and obtaining new ware and gain; she bringeth her food from afar, providing all the necessities of the house in ample time.